Job Description

Part-Time Indoor Drone System Operator

Location: Cranbury, New Jersey (On-site Warehouse)

Schedule: Monday–Friday | Evening Shift (Approx. 6 PM–12 AM)

Hours: 15–30 hours per week

Job Overview:

Nokia Bell Labs’ AIMS (AI/ML Incubation Solutions) group is launching a cutting-edge commercial drone system to automate warehouse operations. We are seeking two part-time, on-site Drone System Operators to assist with the evening drone monitoring and setup operations at a large customer warehouse in Cranbury, NJ.

This is a unique opportunity to work directly with Nokia’s internal R&D incubation team and contribute to real-world applications of autonomous drone technology. Excellent for students or individuals looking for part-time work in the tech industry with potential for future full-time roles.

Key Responsibilities:

• Initiate and monitor autonomous drone flights via laptop
• Set up and dismantle drone and wireless equipment daily
• Swap drone batteries, relocate drones, and ensure proper operation
• Record flight and warehouse data; generate MS Office reports
• Communicate with AIMS engineers and warehouse staff
• Escalate and report issues using a defined protocol

Shift Details:

• Each shift is approximately 6 hours, Monday through Friday
• Flexibility required: shifts start after warehouse closes (between 4–6 PM)
• Total of 30 hours/week available, split between 2 candidates
• Ideal for alternating weeks or shared daily shifts (e.g., 15 hours per person/week)

Qualifications:

• Must be reliable, responsible, and capable of working independently
• Comfortable using laptops, setting up WiFi routers, and Microsoft Office Suite
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Must be physically able to move equipment and perform warehouse tasks
• Must work on-site in Cranbury, NJ (this is not a remote role)

Preferred (but not required):

• FAA UAV Drone Pilot License
• Experience with computer networking or software development
• Technical/IT degree or currently enrolled in a related Bachelor's program

Additional Information:

• Health benefits are not included due to part-time status
• Candidates must commit to the full duration of the 9-month engagement
• No previous drone experience is required — training provided
• Strong potential for career growth with Nokia based on performance.

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